My Old Kentucky Podcast

Chuck Corra and Big John Isner of Appodlachia, Plus Andy Beshear's Vetoes

This week we were excited to welcome Chuck Corra and Big John Isner, the hosts of Appodlachia.  They spoke to us about the role of Kentucky in the wider Appalachian context, as well as lots more about politics, culture, and whether or not Robert is allowed to by their "Unapologetically Appalachian" t-shirt.
Ahead of the interview, Robert and Jazmin discussed the veto period, where Andy Beshear has issued several vetoes already and is sure to issue several more.  The pair also discussed the bills left unpassed by the legislature currently, and did a COVID-19 update.

Jameson Cable of the Kentucky History Podcast & The Deluge of Crap at the End of the Session

Jameson Cable of the Kentucky History Podcast joined Robert this week to talk about his show and the importance of history education.  Kentucky History Podcast is great, and if you like MOKP, you should definitely check them out as well!
Everything in the legislative session except the two days after the veto session has now concluded.  LuTisha Buckner joined Robert to talk through more than a dozen bad bills (as well as a few good ones).

Ivy Brashear on Appalchian Identity + Legislative Update

This week, we welcomed Ivy Brashear to our show.  She works for the Mountain Association and writes essays about Appalachian identity.  She talked to us about Appalachian identity in Kentucky, and how it impacts our entire state.  It's a thoughtful conversation that you'll definitely want to hear!
Jazmin and Robert also did a legislative update, discussed the impeachment committee, and discussed the current state of COVID-19 in Kentucky.

Open Records Shenanegans, Abortion Amendments, and JCPS Reopens

Jazmin and Robert discuss the ongoing Kentucky General Assembly and several of the bills making their way through the process, including a bill allowing the Attorney General to prosecute protestors, major changes to the open records law, changes to voting rights, and a constitutional amendment to end abortion in Kentucky.  Also discussed are the reopening of JCPS and a COVID-19 update.

Rep. McKenzie Cantrell on Unemployment, Robert Stivers and West Louisville, and the End of Impeachment

This week on the show, Rep. McKenzie Cantrell joins us to talk about her work to reform Kentucky's Unemployment Insurance system in the wake of the pandemic.  She walks us through the changes she's seeking to make, and her attempts to get the Republican majority to take up this issue.
Robert and Jazmin also discuss two bills from Robert Stivers which specifically impact Black people in Louisville -- his no-knock warrant ban, and a TIF district he wants to establish in west Louisville.  Other segments include the End of Impeachment, an update on the COVID-19 lawsuits, and the state of COVID in Kentucky.

Healthcare with Cara Stewart, Historic Horse Racing, and Mitch McConnell's role in impeachment acquital

This week, Cara Stewart joined us to talk about healthcare policy in Kentucky.  The conversation ranged from the extraordinary open enrollment period to the situation with Kentucky's *6* MCOs.  If you care about healthcare policy, don't miss it!
Jazmin and Robert also talked about the passage of the Historic Horse Racing bill, Mitch McConnell's role in the second impeachment of Donald Trump, the situation around reopening JCPS schools in Louisville, and a COVID update.

What's Next for the Kentucky Legislature and Interview with Josie Raymond

This week, Robert took a look at the bills making their way through the legislature in the second part of the 2021 session.  There are a few good ones, and a lot of bad bills.  Jazmin examined the lawsuit which Gov. Beshear brought against the bills passed by the Kentucky legislature which reduce his power, and also explained what had been done so far in the impeachment committee.  Robert did a COVID-19 update.
Josie Raymond was our guest this week.  Josie told us about the bills she's been working on, including her pre-K efforts.  She also talked about serving in the legislature as a parent of young children, and some steps the legislature might take to make serving easier for different kinds of people.

Overridden Vetoes, Impeachment Hearings, and More

Jazmin and Robert discussed the legislature coming back into session and immediately overriding Andy Beshear's vetoes, the impeachment committee's meetings, a huge report on the Louisville Metro Police Department commissioned by Metro Louisville, and a COVID-19 update.

Jim Higdon on Marijuana Legalization, Plus Daniel Cameron's Task Force and Kentucky's UI System

This week, Jim Higdon joined us to talk about the prospect of marijuana legalization in Kentucky, and all the different branching paths it might take.  Marijuana policy is a mixture of criminal law, agriculture policy, and touches every level of government.  Jim is one of the people who knows the issue best and we were glad to have him on.
During the show, Jazmin talked about Daniel Cameron's search warrant task force and the attempts by some in the Kentucky GOP to censure Mitch McConnell, and Robert brought forth an update on Kentucky's Unemployment System and a COVID update.
If you are so inclined, check out Jim Higdon's CBD company, Cornbread Hemp at this link.

Reproductive Freedom with the ACLU, Kentuckians Face Federal Changes, and the Democratic Agenda

This week Mashayla Hays and Jackie McGranahan of the ACLU joined us to talk about the past, present, and future of abortion rights in Kentucky, and how the ACLU is working to protect the rights of people who might need abortion care.
In addition, Robert and Jazmin talked about the Kentuckians who participated in the insurrection at the Capitol and what charges they will face.  Robert also spoke about the bills with the highest level of Democratic sponsorship and what the legislative session would look like if Democrats were in charge.